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If you haven’t heard of Sheila Natusch, be prepared to be totally inspired. The life story of this naturalist, historian, illustrator, and writer is a beautiful, truly antipodean journey, made with love by her cousin and long-time Kiwi filmmaker, Hugh Macdonald.
No Ordinary Sheila was first … View moreIf you haven’t heard of Sheila Natusch, be prepared to be totally inspired. The life story of this naturalist, historian, illustrator, and writer is a beautiful, truly antipodean journey, made with love by her cousin and long-time Kiwi filmmaker, Hugh Macdonald.
No Ordinary Sheila was first released at the New Zealand International Film Festival 2017 and was one of the most popular films in the festival. It went on to the cinema release from October 2018 to enthusiastic reviews and large audiences. BPW Franklin presents this acclaimed Festival Film, showing at Cinema3, Pukekohe specially hired for the BPW Movie Event.
Showtime Australia’s The Bee Gees Night Fever is set to return this September to complete three final performances from its postponed 2021 tour.
The show will be making two stops in Auckland - at the north shore’s Bruce Mason Centre on 16 September and the southside’s SkyCity Theatre on … View moreShowtime Australia’s The Bee Gees Night Fever is set to return this September to complete three final performances from its postponed 2021 tour.
The show will be making two stops in Auckland - at the north shore’s Bruce Mason Centre on 16 September and the southside’s SkyCity Theatre on 26 September – plus an exciting arena performance in Hamilton at Globox Arena Claudelands on 20 September.
The show’s international cast and crew were already in New Zealand in October 2021 ready to start their national tour when extra COVID-19 restrictions were brought in by the New Zealand government, forcing the last-minute postponement of some of their events.
The cast is thrilled to finally now be able to return to Auckland and Hamilton to perform for fans there, and is hoping to make these shows extra special for all the patrons who have been so patient and understanding.
“It’s been a difficult few years for our industry. But New Zealand fans and theatregoers have been so supportive and understanding. Now we just want to bring them a great show to say “thanks” for sticking in there with us,” says Promoter and Director Johnny Van Grinsven.
Fans will be able to hear all the disco dance-floor-fillers, smooth 70s ballads and 60s Pop standards that the world-renowned Bee Gees are famous for, including Stayin’ Alive, Jive Talkin’, You Should Be Dancin’, How Deep Is Your Love, More Than a Woman, Tragedy, If I Can’t Have You and so many more, performed live in three-part harmony with full backing band and theatrical production.
Tickets are on sale now from the venue box offices.
16 Sep 2022 Auckland Bruce Mason Centre - Ticketmaster
20 Sep 2022 Hamilton Globox Arena, Claudelands - Ticketek
26 Sep 2022 Auckland SkyCity Theatre - Ticketek
Kia ora neighbours, on the southern edge of Tāmaki Makaurau, 45 minutes out of Auckland’s CBD, is the semi-rural town of Pukekohe. While farmland may welcome you into the town, the centre is a bustling area with an array of cafes, restaurants and places to stretch your legs.
Read the full … View moreKia ora neighbours, on the southern edge of Tāmaki Makaurau, 45 minutes out of Auckland’s CBD, is the semi-rural town of Pukekohe. While farmland may welcome you into the town, the centre is a bustling area with an array of cafes, restaurants and places to stretch your legs.
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Looking for pictures - the IHC Op Shop in Pukekohe has 2 cool ones for sale at $6.00 - $8.00. Pop in and see us.
Momentum Waikato has launched the Take a Seat campaign – your chance to support the new Waikato Regional Theatre, the exciting new performing arts centre being built in the South End of Hamilton’s CBD.
Donate $1500 to the Theatre and you or your family’s name, or your business or group’s… View moreMomentum Waikato has launched the Take a Seat campaign – your chance to support the new Waikato Regional Theatre, the exciting new performing arts centre being built in the South End of Hamilton’s CBD.
Donate $1500 to the Theatre and you or your family’s name, or your business or group’s title, will be displayed on a seat in its auditorium.
If you support this exciting vision and you live anywhere in the Waikato, then please do Take a Seat in the new Waikato Regional Theatre!
Click Take A Seat to find out more.
GEOMETRICKS
Phil Jordan
Wednesday, 24 August to 12 September
Franklin Arts Centre
12 Massey Ave Pukekohe
In this series of 12 tryptychs the artist explores the notion of unifying three elements into one, both through design and the use of mixed media. The ‘trick’ is in the continuous … View moreGEOMETRICKS
Phil Jordan
Wednesday, 24 August to 12 September
Franklin Arts Centre
12 Massey Ave Pukekohe
In this series of 12 tryptychs the artist explores the notion of unifying three elements into one, both through design and the use of mixed media. The ‘trick’ is in the continuous flow of colour, line and curve from one medium to another.
Free entry. All welcome!
Bosch Electric Orbital sander
Model PSS 250 AE - still in Bosch case
Mitre 10 has them $110
Very little use - We are now down sizing
Out it goes $ 25
Ph Steve 021 1316600
A set of Car Ramps ( 2 )
Wayco - purchased from Repco.
820 long X 215mm wide X 200mm high
Great for doing oil changes on car or I use them for cleaning the
underside of the ride-on.
We are down sizing and have no further use for them.
$ 40.00
Pick up is Ridge Road
Ph Steve 021 1316600
If you haven’t heard of Sheila Natusch, be prepared to be totally inspired. The life story of this naturalist, historian, illustrator, and writer is a beautiful, truly antipodean journey, made with love by her cousin and long-time Kiwi filmmaker, Hugh Macdonald.
No Ordinary Sheila was first … View moreIf you haven’t heard of Sheila Natusch, be prepared to be totally inspired. The life story of this naturalist, historian, illustrator, and writer is a beautiful, truly antipodean journey, made with love by her cousin and long-time Kiwi filmmaker, Hugh Macdonald.
No Ordinary Sheila was first released at the New Zealand International Film Festival 2017 and was one of the most popular films in the festival. It went on to the cinema release from October 2018 to enthusiastic reviews and large audiences. BPW Franklin presents this acclaimed Festival Film, showing at Cinema3, Pukekohe specially hired for the BPW Movie Event.
Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.
Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first… View moreMaking it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.
Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first ever home. When you join our six-week LearnStuff course, you’ll get an email every week giving you all the basics on what you need to know, who you need on your side, and what you need to do at each stage of the journey.
We can’t make the houses any cheaper, but we can guide you through the process, share some tips from the experts, and help you avoid some of the trips and traps.
Sign up (it's free) and get started on your house-buying journey.
Looking for a replacement mattress - the IHC Op Shop in Pukekohe has a queen sized one for sale at $25.00.
The IHC Op Shop in Pukekohe has a range of shoes in assorted sizes and styles - all from $8.00 a pair. Come in and perhaps get yourself a pair.
Dear neighbours,
Have you grown these veges and fruits, and what's on your list of money savers and budget boosters?
Last month we asked visitors to Pukekohe’s town centre how far people were willing to walk from their car to the places they wanted to visit.
> One fifth (20%) were fine walking 10-15 mins (or longer!)
> Another fifth (18%) were happy with a walk up to 10 mins.
> Nearly half (45%) … View moreLast month we asked visitors to Pukekohe’s town centre how far people were willing to walk from their car to the places they wanted to visit.
> One fifth (20%) were fine walking 10-15 mins (or longer!)
> Another fifth (18%) were happy with a walk up to 10 mins.
> Nearly half (45%) indicated they’d be ok walking 2-5 mins.
> Just 15% preferred a short walk of up to 2 mins.
> Only 2% wanted a park right outside their store.
Our masterplan caters for everyone. Take a look at it here
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